Govt to Establish $400M Gas Plant to Boost Energy Independence
The Mahama-led government has officially kickstarted the long-awaited construction of Ghana’s second Gas Processing Plant (GPP II), a $400 million energy infrastructure project aimed at easing pressure on the existing Atuabo Gas Plant and reducing the country’s reliance on imported liquid fuels.
The project, which will be fully financed by the Government of Ghana, marks a significant departure from previous administrations that struggled to move beyond the planning stage.
The newly formed Implementation Committee, chaired by Deputy Energy Minister Richard Gyan-Mensah, has been given four weeks to present a finalized roadmap for the plant’s construction and operation.
Speaking at the inauguration of the committee, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson emphasized the economic urgency behind the project.
“We are spending far too much on liquid fuels. GPP II is not just an infrastructure investment — it’s a financial necessity that will help us save millions and secure our energy future,” Dr. Forson stated.
Energy Minister John Jinapor also praised the initiative as a cornerstone of the administration’s energy policy, stressing that the plant will not only provide greater energy security but also generate over 1,000 direct and indirect jobs.
“This project reflects our commitment to Ghanaian-led development. Unlike the past, we are not waiting on external funding. We are taking ownership of our energy future,” Jinapor said.
GPP II is a revival of a vision that originated under the late President John Evans Atta Mills and was advanced during Mahama’s previous tenure with the successful execution of the Atuabo Gas Plant. Now, the government is set to deliver on that legacy.
The new facility is expected to enhance gas processing capacity, ensure a more reliable power supply, and reduce dependency on the West African Gas Pipeline, particularly imports from Nigeria.
With work already underway and a high-level team leading the charge, President Mahama’s government is positioning GPP II as a transformative project for Ghana’s energy and economic landscape.
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